Current Vacancies at Stellenbosch University

Duties

• Teaching and developing undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the areas of mechanical design and/or systems engineering and/or mechatronics;
• Conducting research in the area of automation and digitalisation;
• Supervision of postgraduate students in the automation and digitalisation area;
• Support and fund generation in the digitalisation and automation research group;
• Rendering service to industry through specialist consulting.

Job Requirements 
Senior Lecturer:

• A relevant doctoral degree, plus at least three years' applicable practical, teaching and/or research experience, or an applicable master's degree in engineering with at least eight years' applicable technical or management experience in industry;
• An ECSA accredited BEng or BSc(Eng) degree in mechanical or mechatronic engineering or equivalent;
• Sound communication and teaching skills;
• Proficiency in English with the ability to function effectively in a multi-lingual environment;
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills.

Lecturer:

• A relevant master's degree, plus at least three years' applicable practical, teaching and/or research experience, or an applicable doctoral degree;
• An ECSA accredited BEng or BSc(Eng) degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineerings or equivalent;
• Sound communication and teaching skills;
• Proficiency in English, as well as the ability to function effectively in a multi-lingual environment;
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills.

Recommendation

• Evaluation by the NRF as a rated researcher;
• A good research record in cyber-physical systems, digitalisation and/or automation and fundraising in this area;
• For the lecturer position: a relevant doctoral degree, or obtaining a doctoral degree within the first year after appointment;
• PrEng registration.

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Duties

With reference to the various subdisciplines of Water Engineering, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate modules;
• Conduct top-level research and publish findings in international peer-reviewed journals;
• Supervise and guide research work of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• Generate funding in support of this research activity, including bursaries, laboratory maintenance, and other expenses;
• Perform academic and departmental administration

Job Requirements

Lecturer:

• An applicable BEng or BScEng degree enabling professional registration as Professional Engineer (Civil) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA);

A background in

• Water and Wastewater Treatment, or
•  Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering,

with EITHER an appropriate PhD in Engineering from an accredited national or international tertiary institution in a field closely aligned with the required background,

OR an appropriate MEng/MSc degree with at least three years' proven experience in industry with a focus closely aligned with the required background;

• Demonstrated research track record;
• An excellent academic study record in Engineering;
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Senior Lecturer:

• An applicable BEng or BScEng degree enabling professional registration as Professional Engineer (Civil) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA);

A background in

• Water and Wastewater Treatment, or
• Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering,

with EITHER an appropriate PhD in Engineering from an accredited national or international tertiary institution in a field closely aligned with the required background, and with at least five years' proven experience in a tertiary education / research environment,

OR an appropriate MEng/MSc degree with at least eight years' proven experience in industry with a focus closely aligned with the required background;

• Research track record demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and postgraduate supervision;
• An excellent academic study record in Engineering;
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Associate Professor:

• An applicable BEng or BScEng degree enabling professional registration as Professional Engineer (Civil) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA);
• Active registration as Professional Engineer (Civil) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA);

A background in

•  Water and Wastewater Treatment, or
• Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering,

with an appropriate PhD in Engineering from an accredited national or international tertiary institution in a field closely aligned with the required background, and with at least eight years' proven experience in a tertiary education / research environment;

• Research track record demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and postgraduate supervision;
• An excellent academic study record in Engineering;
• Good interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Recommendation:

• Previous tertiary teaching experience, both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• A record in establishing or operating an externally funded research environment;
• A high level of independence and self-motivation;
• The ability or experience to function in a multidisciplinary environment.

IMPORTANT: To help the panel in assessing your suitability for the position, please include a cover letter, detailing how you believe you meet the requirements for the position, and whether you satisfy the recommendations.

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Duties/

• Managing and coordinating the directors' calendars (supporting the Director: Business Management and Director: Design, Planning and Development), including scheduling meetings, appointments, workshops and travel arrangements;
• Serving as the first point of contact for the directors by handling correspondence and phone calls;
• Assisting with the management of projects, follow-ups, and deadlines;
• Organising and maintaining the directors' office systems;
• Taking of minutes at meetings;
• Organising venues, transport and refreshments for meetings;
• Processing purchase orders and invoices on the financial system;
• Managing office supplies for the Division;
• Handling confidential documents and information with discretion.

Job Requirements

• A certificate / diploma in business administration, office management, or a related field;
• At least three years' proven experience working in an office environment, preferably within facilities management or a related industry;
• Good interpersonal skills, as well as verbal and written communication abilities;
• Excellent organisational and time management skills;
• Proficiency in MS Office and other office management tools;
• Discretion and confidentiality are paramount;
• The ability to perform effectively under pressure;
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• A valid driver's licence.

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Duties/Pligte        
The incumbent will be involved in the following:

General Technical Support

• Setting up audiovisual systems for sessions;
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues;
• Liaising with the IT Department on software updates for all computers in the SCSU;
• Setting up Teams meetings for streaming sessions;
• Streamlining and improving technical processes.

Simulation Support

• Preparing for teaching sessions (venues, equipment, disposables and technical requirements);
• Establishing and maintaining connectivity of manikins, AV system, monitors and WiFi;
• Maintenance, repair and cleaning of manikins and task trainers;
• Liaising with company representatives in case in-house repairs are not possible;
• Overseeing software updates for all equipment;
• Training the Faculty in simulation technology;
• Maintenance and repairs of the QCPR manikins;
• Lending assistance to students in case of technical difficulties related to equipment, and obtaining practice materials.

 Equipment Inventory

• Assisting the line manager and administrator with asset register updates and management;
• Signing in and out of loan equipment on the fifth  floor.

Maintenance

• Reporting any maintenance issues to Facilities Management or relevant department;
• Reporting any damages and repairs that need to be done.

Occupation Health and Safety

• Accepting appointment as OHS rep;
• Attending OHS training and meetings;
• Submitting monthly OHS reports.

General

• Performing ad hoc tasks as instructed by the line manager, e.g OSCE assistance and preparation, simulated patient duties, cleaning and repackaging.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• National senior certificate;
• Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);
• Has completed a Microsoft Office 365 training course within the past five years;
• At least one year of technical support experience;
• At least one year of audiovisual experience;
• Good verbal and written communication skills in both English and Afrikaans;
• The ablity to be a team player;
• Adaptability to a dynamic work environment.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• CompTIA A+ training will be beneficial;
• Have experience in health profession simulation, or is enthusiastic to learn;
• Experience with Laerdal manikins and software;
• Some medical background;
• Some form of tertiary education (degree or diploma or certificate).

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Duties/Pligte        

• Managing the daily operation of the quality management system in a DNA sequencing laboratory;
• Implementing, managing, and maintaining ISO17025 and/or ISO15189 Quality Management Systems (management and technical);
• Participating in SANAS assessments and ensuring compliance;
• Interacting with clients and service providers of DNA sequencing services;
• Participating in external quality assurance (EQA) for DNA sequencing;
• Conducting problem-solving, root-cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and monitoring their effectiveness;
• Preparing reports and trend analyses to communicate the outcomes of all quality activities;
• Managing budgets and supervising laboratory staff;
• Publishing research findings in accredited peer-reviewed journals;
• Submitting grant funding proposals to national and international stakeholders.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A PhD in molecular virology or a related discipline;
• HPCSA accreditation as a Medical Scientist;
• At least five years' experience in running a DNA sequencing laboratory;
• Experience as a SANAS-nominated / facility representative;
• Demonstrated competence in leading a laboratory to attain ISO15189 and/or ISO17025 accreditation;
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory procedures, quality control principles, safety regulations, and data analysis techniques;
• Strong leadership abilities, combined with effective collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organisational skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail

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Duties/Pligte        

• Organising, managing, and facilitating projects and activities of the CTL (including administration and budgets);
• Liaising and communicating with faculties regarding CTL projects and activities, as well as other TLA matters;
• Providing advice and support to academics about TLA and curriculum renewal in support of student learning and success;
• Monitoring and evaluating TLA projects;
• Conceptualising, designing, and developing TLA resources and professional learning opportunities for academics;
• Facilitating TLA professional learning opportunities for SU academics.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A master's degree;
• Three years' relevant TLA experience being employed in a DHET accredited higher education institution as either lecturer or part of a Centre for Teaching and Learning or equivalent;
• Sound knowledge of the South African higher education sector;
• Familiarity with the scholarship of teaching and learning in SA and internationally;
• Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to work in a complex environment;
• The ability to think analytically and innovatively and taking initiative;
• Good communication and liaison skills;
• Good presentation and facilitation skills;
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills;
• Strong writing abilities, including of minutes and reports;
• Detail-focused with excellent time management skills;
• Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Moodle;
• A valid driver's licence.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Knowledge of English and another official South African language;
• Knowledge and experience of web design and development;
• Project management experience.

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Duties/Pligte        

• Receiving walk-in clients and handling telephonic reports and enquiries;
• Receiving all reports and recording these onto an electronic database;
• Coordinating the book / register for checking in and out, receipt of equipment and enquiries by contract security personnel;
• Receiving deliveries as well as lost and found items, and tracking down the owners of these items;
• Serving as enquiry and reference point for Stellenbosch University (SU), Tygerberg Campus;
• Serving as contact and reference point wherever the University community requires support or emergency services;
• Managing and monitoring the charging of two-way radio batteries that are in use;
• Monitoring the WhatsApp application and responding to reports and enquiries;
• Recording "In and Out" booking of and condition of logistical resources;
• Monitoring CCTV cameras used by the University;
• Monitoring of the alarm system used by the University;
• Dispatching complains to an operational member (patrol leader, patrol officer, security officer);
• Updating and keeping the leader abreast of all incidents.     

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A Senior Certificate (Grade 12), or equivalent qualification;
• Valid registration with PSIRA;
• Three or more years' proven security and control room experience;
• Grade C to E security training;
• Excellent verbal communication skills;
• Contactable work related references;
• Computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Outlook, Word and Excel;
• No criminal record;
• Good health;
• Willingness to work shifts;
• Willingness to provide extra services as required from time to time;
• Own transport to and from work;
• A valid Code EB driver's licence;
• Related client-service training;
• The ability to compile reports and documents in MS Word and Excel;
• Knowledge and experience in using an electronic reporting system;
• Knowledge and experience in using CCTV camera systems; 
• Knowledge and experience in using alarm systems;
• Experience at a tertiary or similar institution. 

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Duties    

• Responsible for a variety of tasks related to the administration of databases, journal packages, electronic journals, open resources and making e-books accessible;
• Responsible for the administration of open resources;
• Supporting  all processes related to standing orders;;
• Serial administration and record maintenance;
• Managing journal relocation and withdrawal processes;
• Assisting with activities related to binding processes;
• Jointly responsible for the cataloguing and classification of printed and electronic serials;
• Financial administration of invoices;
• Assisting with tasks related to the compact storage facility;
• Assisting with managing statistics for library resources;
• Providing client service.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science,or equivalent;
• At least three years' relevant experience in an academic library;
• Experience in the administration and facilitating access to e-resources;
• Knowledge of financial practices, transactions, and documents;
• Excellent computer skills, especially in MS Office, MS Access and MS Excel;
• Experience of working on an integrated library system, e.g., Alma;
• Experience in the use of various library standards, e.g. RDA, MARC21, LC Subject Headings & Name Authorities, and DDC;
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Accuracy and attention to detail

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Duties/Pligte        

• Coordinating project activities, group and Principal Investigator's meeting resources, equipment, and information;
• Preparing necessary presentation materials for meetings, including minutes and ensuring timely dissemination;
• Maintaining comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports;
• Ensuring adherence to deadlines and budget requirements;
• Managing the administrative processes of all the projects within the Reproductive Immunology Research Consortium in Africa (RIRCA);
• Communicating and collaborating effectively with stakeholders at all levels;
• Liaising with various departments/Units within SU ( e.g. Procurement, HREC, Post-Doctoral Office, Transport Department, Business Management, Finance and the Grant Management  Office), as well as external stakeholders to ensure that the RIRCA project outputs align with SU's processes and procedures;
• Assisting with financial administration.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Proven experience as a Project Administrator / Coordinator, or a similar role;
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines;
• Strong time management skills;
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office package (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams), Zoom, and other forms of electronic communication.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• An understanding of Stellenbosch University's systems will be advantageous.

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Duties/Pligte        

• Providing secretarial duties and support to the Chair of the Department,  diary management and planning;
• Rendering administrative and secretarial support to departmental staff;
• Scheduling departmental meetings, drafting agendas and taking minutes at these meetings;
• Setting up and maintaining a filing system and departmental calendar;
• Coordinating the internal and external moderation and examination process of the Department;
• Professional liaising with, and handling queries internally and externally for prospective postgraduate students for the Postgraduate Diploma and the BPsych Equivalent Programme;
• Administration of the professional programmes of the Department;
• Handling undergraduate and postgraduate student administration, especially the administration of professional programmes, including class and test timetables on relevant systems, e.g. SUNLearn, 
• Administering postgraduate and undergraduate marks;
• Responsible for the marketing activities in the Department, such as updating the departmental website, social media pages, newsletters and other related activities;
• Ad hoc tasks and secundus roles as required.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• A relevant diploma / postgraduate diploma / degree, or equivalent qualification;
• At least three to five years'  secretarial and / or administrative experience and / or secretarial support to a senior manager;
• Excellent verbal and written command of English (working knowledge of Afrikaans will be advantageous);
• Proven ability to work independently and accurately, and to use initiative in the performance of tasks;
• Administrative experience of academic programmes, SU systems (e.g. SUNLearn, SUNStudent) and handling marks; 
• Proven knowledge and extensive experience of using SU s administrative and financial computer systems;
• Excellent interpersonal relationships and a positive attitude towards clients and colleagues;
• Effective organising skills;
• Proven computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);
• The ability to provide a professional, confidential and friendly service under pressure.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Proven verbal and written communication skills in at least English.

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Duties/Pligte        
The incumbent will be expected to:

• Collect and verify multiple data sets that are both internal and external to the Integrated Student Success Initiative and SU;
• Assist with software refinement for the extraction of data from existing databases, and the manipulation of data;
• Compile and compare the data sets with other, similar data;
• Present the data in tables, graphs and reports to facilitate its interpretation;
• Compare the data with other environments, faculties and universities;
• Extract from the data trends and changes and track the meaning and impact thereof;
• Produce the necessary analytics to define high-impact and hurdle modules in each course;
• Support the data analytics for the student success committee and Faculty hubs with extraction and analysis of data;
• Research and implement the required data points to create the "Know your student dashboard" for all faculties.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• An appropriate three-year Baccalaureus qualification;
• The qualification(s) must have a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, operational research and / or computer science;
• At least three years¿ experience as a data analyst;
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and management information system skills;
• A strong value-based work approach and ethics;
• Proven leadership and organisational skills: working in a team context, making decisions independently, handling diverse tasks simultaneously, the ability to work under severe pressure, and maintaining confidentiality;
• Proven verbal and written communication skills in a multilingual environment.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, data handling and analysis, or statistics;
• Experience of relational databases and SQL, or similar query languages;
• Postgraduate qualifications and certificates that support the job content;
• Knowledge of Stellenbosch University's financial and student information systems;
• Experience in the higher education or engineering sector;
• Advanced knowledge of business analysis methodology;
• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of SharePoint and other management information systems.

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Duties/Pligte        

• Reception: Receiving visitors at the entrance by greeting, welcoming, and directing them appropriately;
• Maintaining a general staff contact list;
• Uploading important calendar items to Outlook (e.g. meetings and exam deadlines); 
• Managing tasks of SERVEST and building assistants;
• Departmental stock keeping (general office, kitchen and cleaning): ordering stock, receiving new stock, and managing stock levels. Arranging with assistants to help put away the stock;
• Arranging paper recycling with recycling company, assistants and staff; 
• Dealing with lists that require staff feedback;
• Organising functions;
• Making transportation and accommodation arrangements and bookings;
• Arranging and administrating departmental meetings (agenda, meeting invites, Teams recording, minutes);
• Scheduling annual staff performance meetings;
• Updating prescribed textbook lists and linking to publishers/bookstores;
• Liaising with the library;
• Managing maintenance: Logging issues on PlanOn, communication, arranging with assistants to escort technicians during scheduled tasks; and escorting maintenance staff for unscheduled tasks;
• Safety officer: Reporting safety-related items and following up, completing quarterly reports and uploading it to SharePoint, ensuring other safety representatives (first aid, fire) are trained and have their documents uploaded to SharePoint;
• Performing ad hoc and secondary tasks;
• Financial: Financial administration, processing, reconciliation and recordkeeping; 
• Processing HR payments; 
• Bookings, processing and logistical coordination of travel bookings, meetings, and seminars; 
• Assisting with coordination, compilation of financial reports and records; 
• Financial reporting on cost point balances and tracking of all financial transactions;
• Handling approvals on the Stellenbosch University User Administration System;
• Maintaining and updating the asset register; 
• Processing and administrating the Departmental Bursaries; 
• Performing further ad hoc tasks related to supporting the Department.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• An appropriate tertiary qualification;
• At least three years  experience in office/academic administration;
• Experience in financial administration;
• Experience in using SU systems, such as SUNFin, SUNStudent, and PlanOn;
• The ability to work accurately and independently;
• Effective organisational skills and the ability to show initiative;
• Good Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams);
• The ability to work under pressure of deadlines;
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise tasks;
• Providing friendly and professional service to staff, students and the public.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Good interpersonal relationship skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Afrikaans and English;
• Experience of working in an academic/student support environment;
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise task

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Duties/Pligte        

• Organising, managing, and facilitating projects and activities of the CTL (including administration and budgets);
• Liaising and communicating with faculties regarding CTL projects and activities, as well as other TLA matters;
• Providing advice and support to academics about TLA and curriculum renewal in support of student learning and success;
• Monitoring and evaluating TLA projects;
• Conceptualising, designing, and developing TLA resources and professional learning opportunities for academics;
• Facilitating TLA professional learning opportunities for SU academics.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

•  A Master's degree;
• Three years' relevant TLA experience being employed in a DHET accredited higher education institution as either lecturer or part of a Centre for Teaching and Learning, or equivalent;
• Proven knowledge of the South African Higher Education sector;
• Familiarity with the scholarship of teaching and learning in South Africa and internationally;
• Highly developed organisational skills and the ability to work in a complex environment;
• The ability to think analytically and innovatively and taking initiative;
• Good communication and liaison skills;
• Good presentation and facilitation skills;
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills;
• Strong writing abilities, including minutes and reports;
• Detail-focused with excellent time management skills;
• Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Moodle;
• A valid driver's licence.     

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Knowledge of English and another official South African language;
• Knowledge and experience of web design and development;
• Project management experience.